Issue Number: **Hurricane Harvey Special Edition**
IRS Provides Help for Hurricane Harvey Victims
The IRS is providing a variety of tax relief for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Check IRS.gov for the latest updates.
IRS Gives Tax Relief to Victims of Hurricane Harvey; Parts of Texas Now Eligible; Extension Filers Have Until Jan. 31 to File
Hurricane Harvey victims in parts of Texas have until Jan. 31, 2018, to file certain individual and business tax returns and make certain tax payments.
Beware of Fake Charity Scams Relating to Hurricane Harvey
Warn your clients that fake charity scams proliferate after disasters and encourage them to seek out recognized charitable groups for their donations.
Retirement Plans Can Make Loans, Hardship Distributions to Victims of Hurricane Harvey
401(k)s and similar employer-sponsored retirement plans can make loans and hardship distributions to victims of Hurricane Harvey and members of their families.
IRS Waives Diesel Fuel Penalty Due to Hurricane Harvey
In response to shortages of undyed diesel fuel caused by Hurricane Harvey, IRS will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on the highway.
Disaster Relief Resource Center for Tax Professionals
The IRS and its association partners offer numerous resources to tax professionals dealing with disaster situations.
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